School Overview

Frederick advances 21st-century learning through technology and student focused instruction with the support of dedicated teachers and staff. Students can earn 58 college credits through CU Succeed, concurrent enrollment, and Advanced Placement classes. Home to the Biomedical Sciences Academy, which partners with Colorado State University, FHS also houses the district’s second P-TECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) program in which students earn an associate degree through AIMS Community College at no cost to the student. FHS offers 18 competitive varsity sports programs and 27 after-school activities. Students also participate in state and nationally recognized art, music, and performing arts programs.

Our Mission

The Frederick High School Community creates and embodies a spirit of integrity, collaboration and acceptance.  Our relationships foster a commitment to high expectations, rigor and achievement in all pursuits.  Building on a foundation of trust, honor  and compassion, we learn, lead and succeed.

Instructional Focus Areas

Through a partnership with the University of Colorado at Denver, FHS students have the opportunity to take college courses on our own campus, earning high school and college credit concurrently.  Frederick High School also offers a four-year Bio Medical Science Academy, in which students explore the roles of biomedical professionals, engage in real-world cases, and design solutions to today and tomorrow’s most pressing health challenges.

School Leadership Team

Highlights

  • Partnering with the University of Colorado at Denver provides our students the opportunity to earn up to 109 transferable CU credits (equivalent of nearly two full years of college)
  • Bio Medical Science program that prepares students for fields of study and career paths including Clinical Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Public Health and Medical Diagnostics.
  • A STEM program featuring Interactive Media and Information Technology – threads of study include Java programming, Video Production, Digital Art, Graphic Design and Music Technology
  • Home to the District’s most modern high school facility: a state-of-the-art, $40 million LEED Certified campus.
  • Seventeen varsity athletic programs, and comprehensive Fine Arts programming including instrumental music, choral music and theater.
  • A school culture and programming dedicated to partnerships, interpersonal relationships and student well-being

College Prep Programs with College Credit Options

  • Advanced Placement: 21 weighted grade courses
  • CU Succeed Program: CU courses worth 85 credits
  • Honors: 8 weighted grade courses
  • Front Range and AIMS Post Secondary College Credit Transfer: courses worth 24 credits
  • All concurrent classes offering a total of 109 credits

School Enrollment:  

1,463 students in grades 9-12 

Accreditation:

State of Colorado and Colorado Department of Education Certificate of Accreditation

Recent News

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Apr 29, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year

St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized by the NAMM Foundation as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, marking the district’s sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This national designation celebrates school districts that demonstrate exceptional commitment to ensuring all students have access to high-quality music education as part of a...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/29/st-vrain-valley-schools-earns-national-recognition-as-a-best-community-for-music-education-for-sixth-consecutive-year/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year </span>Read More</a>

Mar 23, 2026

Student Leaders Experience Government in Action at the Colorado State Capitol

On March 13, student leaders from across St. Vrain Valley Schools stepped beyond the classroom and into the heart of Colorado’s legislative process. As members of the district’s Student Advisory Council—a group of high school students representing their schools and helping inform district decisions—these students traveled to the Colorado State Capitol for a firsthand look...<br><a title="Student Leaders Experience Government in Action at the Colorado State Capitol" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/23/student-leaders-experience-government-in-action-at-the-colorado-state-capitol/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Student Leaders Experience Government in Action at the Colorado State Capitol </span>Read More</a>

Mar 25, 2026

ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited...<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>

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